How many syllables in “accelerated”?
syllables in "accelerated"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · ce · le · ra · ted
Letters
11
a · c · c · e · l · e · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “accelerated”
The word “accelerated” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · ce · le · ra · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accelerated" have?
"accelerated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accelerated" into syllables?
"accelerated" is divided into syllables as: ac · ce · le · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "accelerated"?
The Scrabble score for "accelerated" is 16 points.
Using “accelerated” in writing
"accelerated" (ac · ce · le · ra · ted) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “accelerated” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.